Chapter 356: Sovereign of Artifacts
Chapter 356: Sovereign of Artifacts
Within the Tsuki Clan, a silent undercurrent was stirring.
Both Tsuki Yamamoto and Tsukimaki Douzi had taken a keen interest in Li Wu and were gathering their strength, preparing to make a significant move against him.
Their intentions were clear: either to conquer Li Wu completely or to eliminate him entirely.
However, due to various operational issues, Li Wu managed to have his way and enjoyed a period of relief.
This relief lasted for a full half-month.
During this time, Li Wu's personal growth flourished.
Not only did he make significant progress in his domain research, but his companion, Han Han, also gained better control over her innate Ice Attribute under Li Wu's guidance, moving closer to the realm of domains.
Another area of focus was the recovery and growth of the Celestial Cloud Sword.
In the past half-month, Li Wu had made considerable progress in this regard.
One of his most significant discoveries was a method to charge the Celestial Cloud Sword.
After unleashing the Wrath of the Gods once, Li Wu realized that the Sovereign of Artifacts talent of the sword had another use—it could absorb the power of other sacred artifacts to restore itself and even facilitate its growth.
This absorption had a cooldown effect, limiting its use to once a week and only against artifacts of equal or lower rank.
Due to this newfound knowledge, Li Wu's Celestial Cloud Sword, which was expected to take one to two months to recover, regained its energy in just half a month.
In other words, if Li Wu wished, he could unleash the Wrath of the Gods again at that very moment.
However, Li Wu did not rush to wield the sword again.
The impact of the previous strike was significant, and he feared that if he unleashed it again after only half a month, the situation might spiral out of control.
Additionally, Li Wu wanted to allow the Celestial Cloud Sword to grow further.
If it could reach the Lord level, it would be a terrifying boost to his combat power, providing him with more self-preservation abilities.
Based on the sword's absorption speed, a few more instances should be sufficient to reach the Lord level.
As for the artifacts to be absorbed, Li Wu had no worries. After all, he was a man supported by a wealthy woman.
Speaking of the wealthy woman, Li Wu's gains over the past half-month extended beyond personal growth; he also strengthened his friendship with the rich woman.
To appease Tsuki Hina, Li Wu, in addition to his own cultivation, spent an hour or two every evening preparing dinner for her.
There's a saying, isn't there?
To win over a woman, one must first win over her stomach.
Li Wu felt he had done well in this regard, and their friendship had grown significantly over the past half-month.
At the very least, they could now be considered ordinary friends, like friends A, B, or C.
"Hmm, let's see, my friend A will be back soon. I should prepare dinner for her. What should I make? I suddenly feel like having hot pot. How about some Shoyu Yaki!"
Li Wu began his preparations with enthusiasm.
Before long, as Li Wu was busy in the kitchen, Tsuki Hina returned to her courtyard.
With the 'assistance' of a certain someone, Tsuki Hina's influence within the Tsuki Clan had been steadily growing, and her workload had become increasingly demanding.
She often worked late into the night.
However, no matter how busy she was, she would always return to the courtyard around 6:00 PM, knowing that a man awaited her there for dinner.
Of course, when Li Wu first started cooking for her, she refused.
How could she let her husband do such a thing?
But in the end, she couldn't convince Li Wu otherwise.
And, deep down, she couldn't deny her own feelings.
the dimly lit courtyard, a delightful aroma filled the air as Li Wu busily prepared dinner. As Tsuki Hina stepped into the courtyard, a smile graced her face upon seeing Li Wu's diligent efforts.
"It smells amazing!" Tsuki Hina exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.
"Righteous Monarch, what are we having for dinner tonight?" Li Wu replied with a smile, "I suddenly felt like having Shoyu Yaki, so I made it. Don't tell me it's inappropriate for summer; I won't hear any complaints!"
"Of course not! Whatever you make is always the best!" Tsuki Hina's smile widened as she sat down.
"Then come and sit. It'll be ready soon!" Li Wu said, finding a moment amidst his busy work to tie a scarf around Tsuki Hina's neck.
Tsuki Hina's cheeks flushed slightly.
"Thank you!"
"Don't mention it. We're friends, aren't we?" Li Wu felt it was only natural for friends to help each other in this way.
"Here, try it."
Before long, the Shoyu Yaki was ready, and Li Wu served Tsuki Hina a bowl filled with her favorite ingredients.
"Thank you!"
Tsuki Hina clasped her hands together and said, 'Itadakimasu,' before beginning to eat.
Li Wu, on the other hand, couldn't help but admire Tsuki Hina's beauty, despite her brutal and ruthless nature. He found her especially captivating during mealtimes.
Li Wu often felt that at these moments, she seemed to let down her guard and appeared even more enchanting than usual.
He couldn't help but exclaim, "As expected, Miss Hina, you're truly a sight to behold while eating!"
Li Wu had made similar remarks before, but they never seemed to lose their impact. Each time, Tsuki Hina's ears would turn red, and her shy demeanor only made her more endearing.
However, Li Wu would always shake his head, feeling that she wasn't being genuine.
He had read the 1619 version of the book, and initially, he was fooled by her act. But after witnessing it repeatedly, he became convinced that she was putting on a show for him.
After all, she was the same woman who could kill her betrothed without batting an eye, a woman who had endured twelve strikes from a sword and still stood strong. How could she possibly be this shy? It was all an act.
Nevertheless, as a lowly and insignificant man, Li Wu felt he couldn't ask for more.
Let her perform; as long as she remained obedient and provided him with a comfortable and satisfying life, whether her feelings were genuine or not didn't matter much.
The meal concluded in a warm and cozy atmosphere.
After finishing their meal, Li Wu and Tsuki Hina both had their own tasks to attend to.
One had to focus on domain research, while the other needed to handle the vast amount of Tsuki Clan affairs.
Usually, after their meals, they would part ways and attend to their respective duties.
But today was different.
Tsuki Hina, who would typically leave after eating, suddenly hesitated and asked Li Wu a question without any context, "Is your real name Zheng Da?"
As soon as she asked, Tsuki Hina's eyes locked onto Li Wu, her fingers turning slightly white as she anxiously awaited his response.
Li Wu glanced at Tsuki Hina and provided an answer without much hesitation.
"No!"
After giving this response, Li Wu waited for Tsuki Hina to ask further questions.
Li Wu's 'Righteous Monarch' persona wasn't flawless.
He had initially created this persona solely to gather information.
Not intending to use it long-term, he hadn't put much effort into its development, and it wouldn't withstand thorough scrutiny. Tsuki Clan's investigations would likely uncover some inconsistencies, but Li Wu was prepared with a comprehensive response strategy.
He was confident he could handle any situation.
It was precisely because of this that Li Wu responded so candidly when Tsuki Hina asked her question.
However, after answering, Li Wu noticed a genuine smile blossoming on Tsuki Hina's face, a smile she couldn't contain.
Before Li Wu could understand what was happening, Tsuki Hina turned and walked away with a light step.
She seemed overjoyed.
Li Wu was taken aback, struggling to comprehend Tsuki Hina's reaction. Why did she suddenly stop asking questions?
Even with his exceptional intellect, it took Li Wu some time to decipher the logic behind Tsuki Hina's actions.
"Undoubtedly, she must have known that I had a prepared response, and she was aware that it was unlikely for me to slip up.
Moreover, she also understood that even if she discovered my real name wasn't 'Righteous Monarch,' it wouldn't benefit her.
So, she chose not to pursue the matter further and instead showcased her incredible acting skills, putting on a performance for me.
Her intention was clear: to make me believe she had genuinely fallen for me, lowering my guard, and once I let my guard down, the consequences would be unimaginable."
Li Wu couldn't help but gasp at this realization.
"No wonder she's the woman who can kill her betrothed without hesitation. Tsuki Hina's cunning is truly terrifying!
Such a woman would never develop genuine feelings for me. I must be extra cautious in my interactions with her!"
At the same time, Tsuki Hina, who was heading out of the courtyard, was laughing like a fool.
"Zheng Da didn't hesitate or lie to me about such an important matter."
In her eyes, Li Wu's unwavering trust in her was evident.
(Well, it's true that love can cloud one's judgment and have irreversible effects on the brain. So, dear readers, let's make a pledge together.
Say no to love, protect your brains!!!)"
Tsuki Hina, her mind muddled by various thoughts, returned to her work with a silly grin on her face.
However, as soon as she reached her workplace, her smile froze.
At that moment, she received a message...
...
Well, look at me being so diligent, even during the holiday season. So, are you going to reward my dedication with your votes, or are you planning to save them for the new year?
(End of Chapter)
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